The top attractions in Dubai

The Burj Khalifa tower is the tallest building in the world at over 800 meters high and it is truly shocking to see it. I couldn't believe it was real life. It's in the city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and from there you can

The Dubai Mall is the largest mall in the world with 1200 shops, cafes, restaurants, and an ice rink, all distributed in 16 floors. It even has a fancy medical center. The mall receives over 65 million visitors a year, more than the

It is amazing to look at infinity - the eternal sands, the vast dunes, the scorching sun ... the true horizon ... and hear nothing but your thoughts. This has been one of the few places where I literally could not stop staring outward

This is another big mall next to Dubai Mall, and you shouldn´t miss it. It is not as big as Dubai Mall, though it has an extension that comes close, and it is just as luxurious. The Mall of the Emirates opened its doors in September

If you think the tourist boats in the Creek of Dubai are too expensive, a cheaper and just as pleasant option is in Abra, the traditional boats of Dubai. The official price is 100 durhams for an hour with the Abra option, no matter

The Jumeirah island is the only complete of the three artificial Palm Islands. The Jumeirah is complete, while the other two are currently under construction. To me, though, it looked like the construction was not entirely, though

Old Dubai is what remains of this city of Bedouins who used to make their living pearl fishing and now make their living from tourism and oil. The Old Dubai is a fortress in the city center, very similar to Golden Neutral Istanbul,

One of the few public beaches that you can go to that actually has a nice view from the 7 star hotel Burj al Arab. It's great for swimming, it's an excellent place.
Next to the beach you can park without any issues.

This is the place with the highest concentration of jewellery stores in all of Dubai. There are more than 300 stores in addition to the 500 that are scattered throughout the city. With no tax, buying gold in Dubai is quite profitable

A must-see in Dubai. Don´t expect it to be a museum like the Louvre, but the tasteful and educational exhibition on the evolution of the city make it a worthwhile visit. It is located within the Al Fahidi Fort, a defense building

A magnificent aquarium inside the Atlantis Hotel. It´s divided into different zones according to the theme and there are 10 cameras with 65,000 marine animals. The decor of each room or environment is very elaborate and similar to the

The main street of Dubai, with vehicles flowing through the city. This is a highway with no crosswalks, and between 6 and 8 lanes. It is so important, that it is named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was the ruler of Abu

We heard about the Dubai Mall fountains, but to see them with the Khalifa Tower in the background made them more impressive. It was just great! The Dubai Fountain is located next to the Burj Khalifa skyscraper (828m) the tallest

Ski Dubai is the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East. You can go skiing, snowboarding, sledding, or just play in the snow on the Arabian Peninsula all year round. It is part of the Mall of the Emirates which is one of the

Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a modern tourist complex, situated next to the Palm. It is a very nice place that combines traditional shops with upscale restaurants in a nice setting where you can also go on boating trips.

A water park inside a hotel?, Why not, we are in Dubai. Yes, a piece hotel, Atlantis the Palm Dubai. And don´t think this is a small water park... after all it is the biggest waterpark in the entire middle east. It features nearly

When I traveled to Dubai, I loved the Emirates Towers. I can't really explain why - I've always been fascinated by skyscrapers, and I just think that they're some of the most beautiful towers in the world.

This is another of the old districts in Dubai, east of the creek and Bur Dubai. We crossed from Bur Dubai to Deira in Adra, a typical local boat that transports people from one neighbourhood to another by the creek waters. In Deira

The Barasti Beach Bar is a very popular bar in Dubai, but also quite controversial - some people love it, others hate it. Personally, I'm in the first category. It reminds me of the stylish bars back home in Florianopolis. It's on

The Spice Souk is Dubai's oldest. Here you can immerse yourself in the east and suddenly you will realize you're really in an Arab country after seeing the modernity, luxury and modern eccentricities of downtown. Although stores are

This is one of Dubai's many shoppping centres, although not as famous as the Dubai Mall or the Mall of the Emirates. It's still a good option for shopping and sightseeing. The mall is full of stores, some like Zara and Forever 21

The Bastakiya Quarter is located in a historical area of ​​Dubai, one of the oldest parts of the city. The name rerives from an Iranian city, because in the early nineteenth century lots of traders migrated to Dubai. The wind towers

Attractions in Dubai

The best things to do in Dubai

As the city was established as an international shopping destination, the malls are one of the essential things to see in Dubai, and there are more than seventy in the city. The most famous are the Dubai Mall, the largest in the world, the Mall of Emirates, known for its indoor ski slope, the Ibn Battuta Mall, and Marinat Jumeirah Souk, one of the city's most interesting souks for its traditional design. But those looking for authentic souks should also visit the Gold Souk (with over three hundred jewelers), Bur Dubai Souk and Spice Souk.

Dubai is a city in constant growth, and its architectural wonders are some of the top places to visit in Dubai. The best architectural attractions in Dubai are the Burj Al Arab, an icon of the city due to its sail shape and luxurious accommodations, the Burj Khalifa skyscraper (at 828 meters, it's the tallest on the planet), and Palm Islands, an archipelago of artificial islands.

Enjoying one of the city's many beaches is another of the top things to do in Dubai.Divided between private (hotel-owned) and public, the most popular beaches are the Al Mamzar Beach Park, considered the best beach in Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Park, which is closest to the city, Umm Sugeim Beach next to the emblematic Burj Al Arab, and Open Beach.

Both children and teenagers alike will find lots of stuff to do in Dubai, such as the Wild Wadi water park and Aquaventure Water Park, or Ferrari World, a theme park based on the mythical Italian firm located on Yas Island. If you're still curious about what to do in Dubai, have a look at the tips and recommendations from the minube community and find the best Dubai activities and Dubai attractions.